GMC Ignition Coil & Ignition Control Module (ICM) - Re-Thermal + Cleaning

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GMC Ignition Coil & Ignition Control Module (ICM) - Re-Thermal + Cleaning - Car / Truck S10 Chevy

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How to Re-Thermal your Ignition Control Module (ICM) or Replace Thermal during Replacement or Cleaning your ICM / Coil.
Update: 9/30/2017 - Your ICM has Mosfet inside. This is why it required the Thermal Paste :D
NOTE: It is very important to ADD THERMAL PASTE to your ICM
Can apply to Buick, Cadillac, GMC and Chevrolet; Blazer, Chevy S10, Silverado, Express, Chevy Suburban, Tahoe, Silverado Pickup Truck, Jimmy, GMC Yukon, Sonoma, Sierra, Savana
Year Known V6 4.3L: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Year Known V8 5.7L: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
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@JodBronson 7 жыл бұрын

*PLEASE NOTE:* This Module can causes a lot of Headaches !!! If your Car / Truck Over Heat or in Hot / Warm Weather and your Car / Truck dies during driving.... It might be as simple as this Module...... QUICK TEST !!! If your Car / Truck dies during driving.... Wait 15-30 minutes or take an Ice Cube, put it over this Module and COOL it for 2 Minutes. If your Car / Truck starts again, then you know your ICM needs New Thermal Paste or Replacement !!! *UPDATE - December 2019:* I also found out recently... My Dad's Truck would Shut Down when " hot ". Come to find out it's the Wire (Spark Plug Wire ) that from the Ignition Coil, like in the Video to the Distributor Cap. That Wire was BAD :((((... When Engine gets HOT... It shutdown on the road / highway. I replace the Wire + Spark Plugs Wires... It's doing great now!

@josejuarez2452 5 жыл бұрын

Jordan Bronson do you know why my ignition coil it kind of blinks and also goes off for like a second and come back. 1995 Chevy Silverado 4.3??

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@@josejuarez2452 - Sorry I didn't get an Alert from you :((( - Ignition Coil shouldn't be " Blinking ". If they are " Bad ", they do sparks and maybe that is what you talking about?

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@C-Note - Sorry I didn't get an Alert from you :(((

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@C-Note - I also found out recently... My Dad's Truck would Shut Down when " hot ". Come to find out it's the Wire (Spark Plug Wire ) that from the Ignition Coil, like in the Video to the Distributor Cap. That Wire was BAD :((((... When Engine gets HOT... It shutdown on the road / highway. I replace the Wire + Spark Plugs Wires... It's doing great now!

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@C-Note - Oh Cool! Glad you were able to solve it! Hmmmmmm, I get an " Alert " from you now :D

@danielarney9729 4 жыл бұрын

Entertaining, and educational, thanks, I'm about to drive my express van off a bridge if I can ever get this gm pos running again.

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Tell me what is going on... Maybe I can help. Let me guess..... It's shutting down on you when " HOT " ????

@noahparkin4001 5 жыл бұрын

I can say you are the only person I've heard pronounce acetone as axe-a-tone.

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@Noah Parkin - You want me to say *ASS-O-TONE* in the next Video? Cause I can! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@noahparkin4001 5 жыл бұрын

Well depends, if you cutting lumber stick with the axe a tone. Sorry if i was a bit of an ass a tone.

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@@noahparkin4001 - Yea, you are an ASS-O-TONE !!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@richardrice8227 5 жыл бұрын

My 1998 Chevy c1500 was having issues starting when the engine was hot. I bought an ICM module on ebay for less than $15 and it resolved the problem

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

You are lucky! I bought 2 of them and they BOTH bad :(. I also read a lot of posts too, they have the same issues. Imagine, Electronic Modules " supposed " to be the same right?

@richardrice8227 5 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson I actually had to go buy another ICM from the auto store. The cheap on ebay fried after 1 day. All is good now several days later. Dont buy the cheap ones

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@@richardrice8227 - Yea, I mentioned that in the Video. I said to buy OEM instead, because I bought 2 of them and BOTH did not work! Plus OEM last a long time too. Somethings can be bought " Off Market Brand "... In this case, I found it OEM is better!

@richardrice8227 5 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson I also pulled the replaced the MAP sensor, which was clogged. That seemed to help with the hard start when hot issue too

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@@richardrice8227 - Ah ok. I clean mine and it seems to be fine. You will NEVER expect this..... In the end of it all.... It was the " WIRE " that is from the " Ignition Coil " to the " Hub Cap " that was the culprit. After I replaced that Wire (Forgot what it's the Term for it), the Car / Truck is doing fine since.

@longwalkshortpier 5 жыл бұрын

8:21 It BOOOOOOOOOST up DA power! Boosta DA energy to heeeere! :D

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

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@cindyparrish5674 4 жыл бұрын

king farm 95 u was right .white dot on mine replaced it & I have spark. BIG thanks J.P.

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome, glad it helped!

@paulagarlington1825 4 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson what is thermal paste?

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

@@paulagarlington1825 - Go to AutoZone or Advanced Auto or Auto Store and ask for Thermal Paste. They have them in a small package for $1.99 at the front counter.

@kennybfishin 2 жыл бұрын

It's peanut butter jelly time peanut butter jelly time

@JodBronson 2 жыл бұрын

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@LucaBrasi231 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2000 blazer 4.3. Once its running I have no issues. The problem is that there are days when it just wont start. It cranks till the battery dies, then the following day It will start and run perfect. Is this a sign that the ignition coil is going bad. Ive replaced all the spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor and plug wires. Whats your thoughts?

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

Easiest way to tell. Next time, if it dies on you. Put ICE or if you have Air Duster (Computer Cleaner Spray), just spray directly on the ICM. Restart the Engine, if it starts, that is your culprit! EASY right?

@LucaBrasi231 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson It doesnt die on me. It runs perfect once it starts, the problem is it wont start first thing in the morning sometimes. When its cold

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@LucaBrasi231 - I only find the ICM dies when "hot", that is what I've covered in this video. Your problem may not be the case, like in this video. If your Car/Truck doesn't start...., it could be several things. #1. Try to hear the Fuel Pump, by turn on ignition and listen for fuel pump. #2. Open your Air Intake, spray some Starter Spray in there. #3. Start your Engine, if the Engine Start, you have Fuel Pump - Fuel Pump intermitting problems. #4. If that is the case, you would need to see if your Fuel have enough pressure. #5. If not enough pressure, it's your Fuel Pump. NOTE: Check your Spark Plugs to see if you have Sparks. Remove JUST ONE out and see if you see Sparks. You can do quick elimination that way.

@LucaBrasi231 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson Thank you so much

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@LucaBrasi231 - You are welcome. BTW... Check your Fuel Relay first. Take the Air Conditioner Relay out. Put the Air Conditioner Relay in the Fuel Relay's place and see. Try that and see, worth a shot !!!

@fasterthanaturtle 5 жыл бұрын

Thermal compound is important. What it does is fills the air gaps to make 100% contact of both pieces of metal. Without it you could loose 20% of efficiency.

@keylowpie7082 4 жыл бұрын

Does Dielectric grease work as well as the thermal compound?

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

@@keylowpie7082 - No, in time it will leak/melt. At Auto-zone they sell small Thermal Compound or Dielectric Grease for the same price at the front counter. Just buy Thermal Compound and call it the day.

@crazycat6272 Жыл бұрын

I had a crank no start. No codes. Drove me nuts for 4 days. It was a bad icm. No spark from coil if that part is no good. I did notice a white spot on coil wire & grounding on a bracket on engine. This I believe caused the problem .

@jeremyflowers2556 5 жыл бұрын

Buying cheap isn’t always the answer either spend the money and save yourself the headache in the long run by buying a quality product and lifetime warranty

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

That is 100% true!

@GORILLA_PIMP Жыл бұрын

So can i use COMPUTER thermal paste on the icm with no problems?

@JodBronson Жыл бұрын

YES SIR !!!

@GORILLA_PIMP Жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson Ok an do i need to put paste on the back of the HEATSINK PLATE too? Or JUST put paste on the back of ICM itself? Or is it better to put paste on BOTH?

@JodBronson Жыл бұрын

@@GORILLA_PIMP - Do both!

@GORILLA_PIMP Жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson Ok i just put a new GENERIC icm on I used ARTIC MX-4 THERMAL COMPOUND I put a thick layer on TWO places 1. On the back of the ICM 2. On the back of the HEATSINK Cars running good now Now let's just hope God doesn't get mad at me again....

@JodBronson Жыл бұрын

@@GORILLA_PIMP - Next would be a replacement if this doesn't work. But at least you know what is going on.

@MustangGuru 6 жыл бұрын

I use the silver thermal paste. On mine.

@olenaerhardt7725 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the film. Pls could't you tell where is the Ignition Control Module is located on 2001 Saturn SL2. Also I removed one on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier and there is some red stuff on the small mounting bolts for that module. Could it be the red thread locker?

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

The ICM is located in the Front Driver Side of the Car. Follow the Spark Plug Wires..... They ALL goes to the ICM. The Bolts.... Red "HARD" stuff = Thread Lock. ICM Video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/haemgtyGyKeZp2Q.html

@olenaerhardt7725 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson Thank you for the replay. I recently changed the spark wires, so I'll look in that area. That reddish stuff was orange thread locker (I did some research, and looks like it is an orange, also red is too strong). Now the problem is that on my ICM there was a blob of some grease in one corner of the coil pack, below the ICM . In Chevrolet Cavalier there is a cavity in the coil pack where you install the box of ICM. I removed it for cleaning and thought that grease is not supposed to be there, thought something was leaking, wiped it out. Now I think maybe it was there to absorb some heat. But what grease was it? There was nothing on the back of the ICM, on the metallic plate, but connectors were greasy. The new part on Amazon ACDelco 19300922 GM Original Equipment Ignition Control Module comes with a pack of grease, no name on it. It says to put it on the connectors in car harness, but what to put on the back of the plate. Maybe in that car you don't put anything on the ICM? Very confusing. Thank you again.

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@olenaerhardt7725 - Watch the video..... I talked about there is something called " Thermos Grease ". Watch the video as I explain it !!! YOU DID NOT WATCH THE VIDEO HUH?????

@olenaerhardt7725 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson Thank you for the replay. See my ICM is different, bcs it doesn't contact another plate, like in your film, it is located above the empty coil compartment with an elongated sink filled with yellowish crystallized substance. Engine is Eco Tec 2.2.

@DaTechn9cian 3 жыл бұрын

I have a p1351 high voltage to the icm and itll start but after 2 seconds itll die abruptly

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

Also check the Distributor Ignition Module. It's in/under the Distributor Rod/Cap itself. Also you can get the whole thing for about $45.00, if you search around.

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the Distributor Rod/Cap + Distributor Ignition Module... Example of ALL IN ONE here: swperformanceparts.com/product/hei671bk/

@DaTechn9cian 3 жыл бұрын

I've spent like 1k in parts trying to get this damn thing to run and some items are duplicates but I'll try the canned air thing

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@DaTechn9cian - I know it well. I too have had many issues due to BAD Parts. Even when you think it's new.... it's bad :(. See this Thread here.... There are some good things you can go through to help you further.... Here: www.cargurus.com/Cars/Discussion-t14363_ds702789

@uber1474 2 жыл бұрын

"I don't have two hands."

@JodBronson 2 жыл бұрын

Use your feet! 🤣😂🤣😂

@Devo1987 4 жыл бұрын

Just make a peanut butter sandwich. Sounds good to me. !

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Heheheheehehe, LOL

@zainpakistan1797 5 жыл бұрын

is there possible my engine easily started but after 1 mnt or 30 to 50 sec thhis coil stoped the engine i means cutoff the current to distributor??????

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry for late reply. KZfaq is NOT letting alert messages on my Channel. I am able to see them now!

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

I also found out recently... My Dad's Truck would Shut Down when " hot ". Come to find out it's the Wire (Spark Plug Wire ) that from the Ignition Coil, like in the Video to the Distributor Cap. That Wire was BAD :((((... When Engine gets HOT... It shutdown on the road / highway. I replace the Wire + Spark Plugs Wires... It's doing great now!

@hemi5.7awdpursuit5 4 жыл бұрын

Jordan Bronson I don’t missed those days at all

@lakewoodac9016 6 жыл бұрын

Peanut Butta n Jelli!

@joseglory6546 5 жыл бұрын

I put a new Icm on my car yesterday and ran perfect 24 hours later it’s fried could this be due to not putting grease on the back of the plate I forgot to i had only put it on the back of the icm

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

It's hard to say, unless you open it up and look inside. Also, YES it could get hot and damaged the regulator inside if you didn't put the Thermal Paste on it. Although it will likely to damaged later and not right away. Other than that, I don't really know the situation and how it was installed. Another possibilities is.... It could be a bad Ignition Coil and it's "straining" too much stress/power and caused a failure.

@joseglory6546 5 жыл бұрын

Jordan Bronson I put a new one with the icm because it had a pin hole in the coil I do run 8.5 mm spark plug wires I have been told that if the coil doesn’t have enough resistance that it’s possible it could ruin the icm but like I said I did forget to grease the back of the plate I had only put it on the icm and the front of the plate. I checked for resistance and voltage it’s there but not real sure on the spec. I will be returning the one I got yesterday for a new one

@joseglory6546 5 жыл бұрын

Jordan Bronson forgot to mention also both back plates of the icm read 0 ohms

@jeremyflowers2556 5 жыл бұрын

Jose Glory if you have a misfire condition or timing issue it could also fry the ICm

@joseglory6546 5 жыл бұрын

Jeremy Flowers it ended up being my optispark distributor cap was cracked so it was getting moisture in it I couldn’t see it due to the water pump hovering over it

@perryhill9746 Жыл бұрын

I could seriously only handle about 15 seconds of this

@JodBronson Жыл бұрын

*It's about right for THE NON-EDUCATED FOLKS !!!* 😁😆😅🤣😂

@EarthtonesCymbals 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jordan. What is the correct coil wire for that coil? It has the tiny male pin. Standard plug/wire terminal does not work for mine.

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

The standard wire is too long. You have to redo it and make it really short. You need that cable as short as you can.

@EarthtonesCymbals 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson It is the wire connector that I am concerned with. The connecting male pin inside that coils hollow shaft area is very small compared to the connector that goes on a regular spark plug or coil connection.

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@EarthtonesCymbals - You got the wrong wire? Everything should be match to originals.

@chrisnicula6256 5 жыл бұрын

Fudd automotive. Thanks.

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

LOL, YW :)

@dloc4099 5 жыл бұрын

LMAOOOOOO!!

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

@@dloc4099 - Be vewy vewy quiet, I’m hunting wabbits!, He-e-e-e-e!

@fcamtero 3 жыл бұрын

I got a code P0351 ignition coil "A" primary control circuit/open

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0351 stands for “Ignition Coil 'A' Primary/Secondary Circuit.” It indicates that there's a potential problem with the cylinder #1 ignition coil or its circuit. ... There, the voltage multiplies and the ignition coil produces enough voltage to fire the spark plug.

@boxerfan2 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson I have the code po351 also on a vortec 4.3. Did complete tune up twice thinking they were defect parts but still have a misfire in cyl 5 and 6. Changed coil not module. would a module cause a multiple misfire. I also changed the spider injectors.

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@boxerfan2 - It could be the Cam Shaft Position Sensor..... NOTE: It's cheap on eBay. Check this video out.... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iqulrap7sKvcm6c.html

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

@@boxerfan2 - Compare prices too... Sometimes it would be best to replace the whole thing.... Look CHEAP here: swperformanceparts.com/product/hei671bk/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA8dH-BRD_ARIsAC24umbsGMceiQCivqXN0ZrVYWgL2opyRz6Ca1VbfHf11-NKbEvl5dZHoboaAk5_EALw_wcB

@boxerfan2 3 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson thanks.

@davewolf8869 5 жыл бұрын

Silicone is one of the worst pastes to transfer heat, literally, it's the best insulator, I don't understand why they call it "Silicone" and "Thermal transfer" because it's like calling "water" "dry"

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

Well, it's NOT your regular " Silicone " at your Home Depot or Lowes. In this case, it's " Silicone Thermal Paste ". The word " THERMAL " should alert a " person " that is NOT regular Silicone. LMFAO

@keylowpie7082 4 жыл бұрын

Hey does that Dielectric grease work as well?

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

@@keylowpie7082 - If you do not have Thermal Paste, it will work! Although not 100%, but it will work! NOTE: They do sell Thermal Paste in a small package.... Like $1.99 at AutoZone. I would use that if they have it, but they have it almost 99% of the time at the front counter!

@ZackOOria 4 жыл бұрын

I have a GMC Safari 97, I wanted to replace my ignition coil so I ordered it and when I took it off I realized the damn I.C.M. is attached to the same bracket the coil is on, part I ordered is only the coil, threads and nuts. no bracket. I have yet to find the right part to order

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Should have PAUSE the video @ 0:05 - The Diagram shown you what is what.

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

*I got mine on eBay, double check this to see if YOURS is the same.... Here:* www.ebay.com/itm/252484946945

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

*NOTE:* Double check the PINS too. The one in my Dad's truck have ONLY 4-PINS.

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

*Original OEM Product:* - www.summitracing.com/parts/ado-19352932

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

@@ZackOOria *- GRRRRRRRRRRRR......:( - THE SAME THING !!!!* Here..... 1. The Housing = Heat Sink - 2. Ignition Coil - 3. Ignition Control Module (ICM) - Pause @ 0:05 and *PAY ATTENTION !!!!*

@zainpakistan1797 5 жыл бұрын

i need its diagram how how current from battery to this coil and then to distributor

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Follow the Wire from your Ignition Control Module (ICM). There should be 3 Prong Plug. From the ECM, it's only ONE " High Energy Spark " Wire go to Distributor Cap.

@mechanicstvvlogs 3 жыл бұрын

How to test the coil is bad

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

Connect your multimeter to the positive terminal or pin of your coil, and to the high output terminal that goes to the spark plug. Most ignition coils should have a secondary resistance falling somewhere between 6,000 to 10,000 ohms.

@Bige4u 4 жыл бұрын

Reminder... just put a thin layer of the thermal compound, adding too much will act somewhat of an insulator, meaning it will be less effective at transfering heat.

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

It will squeeze or ooze-out when you tighten the screws anyway. I like to note: Silicone Heat transferring is not the same as "other" heat transferring properties.

@thatdudesme2 3 жыл бұрын

Rubbing alcohol takes thermal paste off instantly

@JodBronson 3 жыл бұрын

Yes !!!

@dgeorge4761 5 жыл бұрын

Elmer Fudd , explaining how to fix A car

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

*And then a n!gga has to show his true color!* 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

There are 2 Types of Voices and 2 Types of People in this World. 1 - Constructive Criticism (Normal People) 2 - Constructive Isn't (N!ggas don't like it) LMFAO 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@jking3892 4 жыл бұрын

LOL what are they cooking to make you choke like that,,

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Good observations! Just regular cooking mixing with radiations. This video was way before I discover " Radiation " was making me choke and cough. When heats get to a certain temperature, it chokes the hell out of me. I am now a lot better, through my journey, I discovered something that take the Positive Radiation and leave the Negative Ions.... If you want to see that Video.... Follow the Link below... *NOTE:* This will help with COVID-19 Patient, YES... It's my ultimate discovery.... I just wished someone contact me and I can help those People breathe better in the Hospital. LINK: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r7ORhZim1a3eZKM.html

@hemi5.7awdpursuit5 4 жыл бұрын

Jordan Bronson 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@sorrym8421 5 жыл бұрын

What car was this madule from?

@JodBronson 5 жыл бұрын

GM's Chevy S10, Blazer, Etc... Check " Description "!!!

@percussion4U 4 жыл бұрын

Like..like...like

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you are able to learn and get more out of it!

@percussion4U 4 жыл бұрын

@@JodBronson Thanks

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

@@percussion4U - *UPDATE - December 2019:* I also found out recently... My Dad's Truck would Shut Down when " hot ". Come to find out it's the Wire (Spark Plug Wire ) that from the Ignition Coil, like in the Video to the Distributor Cap. That Wire was BAD :((((... When Engine gets HOT... It shutdown on the road / highway. I replace the Wire + Spark Plugs Wires... It's doing great now!

@cindyparrish5674 4 жыл бұрын

kingfam95

@JodBronson 4 жыл бұрын

What is that?